die Abwehr
Translation
defence, resistance, warding off, immune response
Examples
Die Abwehr der Mannschaft war sehr stark.
The team's defence was very strong.
Das Immunsystem ist für die Abwehr von Krankheiten zuständig.
The immune system is responsible for the defence against diseases.
Grammar Patterns
the defence ((of sth.)) the defence (of sth.) The team's defence was very strong.
the defence ((against sth.)) the defence (against sth.) The defence against viruses is important.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Verteidigung (defence), Widerstand (resistance); Antonyms: Angriff (attack)
Etymology
From the verb 'abwehren' (to fend off), which consists of 'ab-' (off, away) and 'wehren' (to defend).
Memory Tips
Think of 'wehren' (to defend) and 'ab' (away) – defending something to keep it away.